Berkshire Yoga Festival 2024: Full Schedule

12:15pm EDT

✴️ Hemp Wellness as an Alternative to Pill Culture

FOR YOGA TEACHERS & HEALERS
Do you have students struggling with sleep/pain mgmt/anxious feelings that yoga isn’t addressing? Are you a yoga teacher looking to bring extra income into your business that doesn’t require you to make online videos. Are you, yourself, interested in alternatives to pill culture? If you’d like to learn about how you can incorporate this into your yoga business, read on!

In this workshop you will learn and explore:

Endocannabinoid System and how it affects sleep, mood, pain
Healing with Hemp
What is clean CBD - not all is created equal, learn the 5 things you should look for in clean hemp wellness selection.

You’ll walk away with

Broad Spectrum Nano-Jellie samples
Knowledge of cannabinoids and what they do for the body (CBD, CBG, CBN, CBDA)
Opportunity to earn passive revenue through Green Compass’ affiliate program

Presenters

Rebecca Phillips

CBD & Hemp Wellness, Green Compass

Rebecca Phillips lives in Franklin, Massachusetts with her husband, Jon, and two daughters, Sophia (5) and Lucy (newborn). She’s a graduate of Bentley University with 20 years of marketing and channel sales experience in industries ranging from craft beer to clean living to tech... Read More →

Katya Johnson

CBD & Hemp Wellness, Green Compass

Katya lives outside Boston with her husband, two boys Leo (12) and Drew (9), and boxer dog Eve (4). She has been an advocate for sustainable, clean living and health for over a decade. A fluent speaker of Russian, French and English, Katya also spent 15+ years in global marketing... Read More →

Sponsors

Green Compass

Thursday June 13, 2024 12:15pm - 12:45pm EDT
Greylock Hall, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

9:30am EDT

✴️ Journaling with Ilana Ackerman

Grab a notebook and pencil or pen as we carve out time for self-reflection. We will work on what your intention is for the festival, what do you want to take away and what do you want to leave beyond. The session will be guided by Ilana Ackerman founder of Balancing the Journey and Berkshire Yoga Festival.

Presenters

Ilana Ackerman

Balancing the Journey

Friday June 14, 2024 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

12:15pm EDT

✴️ Muscles, Mitochondria and Hormones: Why you need to add strength training to your embodiment routine

Katie Armstrong leads a lecture on the role horomones play in our overall health and the roll of strength training.

Presenters

Katie Armstrong

Katie Armstrong, a transformational fitness and life coach, helps women over 35 achieve hormonal balance, gain strength and boost energy. With experience as a competitive triathlete, attorney, and entrepreneur, and with over 20 years experience as a yoga practitioner; she offers a... Read More →

Friday June 14, 2024 12:15pm - 1:00pm EDT
Outdoor Stage, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

Curated Schedules Community Track

1:30pm EDT

✴️ Stepping into Authenticity: How to have hard conversations with yourself so you can have hard conversations with others

In this 60-minute, fully experiential workshop we will explore and experiment with fostering the type of courageous clarity required to have difficult conversations with yourself, so that you can more successfully approach challenging conversations with others; the kinds of conversations that could make a difference in your life.

We will cover:

full-presence listening,
using emotional awareness to get clarity on what matters most,
formulating requests by understanding what you value, and
how to navigate resistance.

Bring:

a (manageable for the context) internal conflict you’re struggling to resolve,
an open heart,
a curious mind, and
a body willing to mindfully move in the service of exploration.

Presenters

Bridget Keller

Executive Communication Coach

I enjoy working with high capacity, high performing individuals, who, despite existing success, long to further develop their potential. My approach is whole-person and person-in-a-system focused. My work is grounded in research-based practices focused on creating sustainable change... Read More →

Friday June 14, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

Curated Schedules Gentle Practice

2:00pm EDT

✴️ An Alternative to Pill Culture - Hemp Wellness for Sleep, Pain Management and Anxious Feelings

Come learn about CBD, CBG and Endocannabinoids.
Are you struggling with sleep/pain mgmt/anxious feelings that yoga isn’t addressing? Are you, interested in alternatives to pill culture? If you’d like to learn about how you can incorporate this into your yoga business or practice, read on!

In this workshop you will learn and explore:

Endocannabinoid System and how it affects sleep, mood, pain
Healing with Hemp
What is clean CBD - not all is created equal, learn the 5 things you should look for in clean hemp wellness selection.

You’ll walk away with:

Broad Spectrum Nano-Jellie samples
Knowledge of cannabinoids and what they do for the body (CBD, CBG, CBN, CBDA)
Opportunity to earn passive revenue through Green Compass’ affiliate program

Presenters

Rebecca Phillips

CBD & Hemp Wellness, Green Compass

Katya Johnson

CBD & Hemp Wellness, Green Compass

Sponsors

Green Compass

Friday June 14, 2024 2:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Slackline Park, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

3:00pm EDT

✴️ YES Talk: Healing Addiction: A Yogic Perspective

Typically, the term "addiction" is associated with substance abuse. However, a more comprehensive exploration uncovers not only behavioral or process
addictions but also cultural addictions. Research highlights striking similarities between substance addiction, psychological dependencies on activities like compulsive gambling, sex, work, shopping, eating disorders, and cultural obsessions that permeate our daily lives. This expanded viewpoint indicates that addiction transcends the substance or behavior, extending to the cultural norms and practices we often overlook. In this module, we delve into the core issue of addiction, including its cultural aspects, and discuss solutions through the lens of yoga.

Presenters

Nikki Myers

Founder, Y12SR

Nikki Myers, MBA, C-IAYT, is an accomplished speaker, teacher and the founder of Y12SR, The Yoga of 12-Step Recovery.Nikki is also a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Addictions Recovery Specialist, and Certified Health Coach. Born from her personal struggle with addiction, based... Read More →

Friday June 14, 2024 3:00pm - 3:20pm EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

Curated Schedules Community Track, Staff Picks: Lauren

6:30pm EDT

✴️ Hanuman’s Heroes Journey and our Inner Ramayana

In this entertaining talk, Manoj illuminates Hanuman’s journey in the Ramayana and will relate it to the archetypical Hanuman energy within you. Like Hanuman we can access super human powers of wisdom, strength and service alongside deep humility and “move big Boulders”. Learn how awakening this energy leads to explosive transformation, both within and in the outside world, be it spiritual, personal or professional.

In parallel, Manoj will guide us with stories and symbolisms of the Ramayana through the lens of Advaita Vedanta philosophy; where Lord Ram is an avatar of Consciousness (Higher Self of formless), Sita is us (lower self in form) and Hanuman is the uniter of us to Consciousness.

Presenters

Dr Manoj Chalam

Manoj uses an entertaining storytelling style using Hindu/Buddhist deities in his workshops to illuminate deep Vedanta philosophy and help people in their hero’s journey. An Indian-born scientist with a Ph.D. in Chemical engineering from Cornell University, Manoj helps individuals... Read More →

Friday June 14, 2024 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

Curated Schedules For Yoga Teachers

12:00pm EDT

✴️ Healing Ourselves and Our World: How Beauty, Goodness and Excellence Make us Better

Many of us already know the shifts in mood we can experience when in the presence of beauty. What we may not know, and what research in the fields of eco- and positive psychology have demonstrated is that when we activate a mindful attention to natural beauty, moral beauty (goodness) or excellence in others, we notice much more profound benefits. These benefits range from a lift in spirits, a sense of transcendence, an openness to others, an increase in motivation to be our better selves, and a commitment to care of the planet and its species. In her presentation, Maria Sirois, shares the stories and research that illuminates the value of attention to outer and inner beauty and to excellence, and shares practices that can easily be applied in every domain of our living.

Presenters

Maria Sirois

Maria Sirois, PsyD, is a positive psychologist and seminar leader who teaches internationally in the intersection of resilience and flourishing. Known for her wisdom, authenticity, and rampant humor, she delivers invigorating practices to corporate and nonprofit audiences alike. Maria... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

Curated Schedules Community Track

1:00pm EDT

✴️ Yes Talk: The F Word: Fascia Makes you Whole

Fascia science continues to produce exciting findings that are relevant to all bodies whether you’re a yogi, athlete, clinician or could care less about your anatomy. Jill walks you through the micro and the major basics of WHY you should care about this connective tissue and how it relates to your overall health and wellbeing.

Presenters

Jill Miller

Tune Up Fitness

Jill Miller, C-IAYT, ERYT, is the co-founder of Tune Up Fitness Worldwide and creator of the self-care fitness formats Yoga Tune Up® and The Roll Model® Method. With more than 30 years of study in anatomy and movement, she is a pioneer in forging relevant links between the worlds... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Crane East, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

Curated Schedules Community Track, Level Up

1:00pm EDT

✴️ Introduction to Permaculture: Designing Your Home, Farm and Business

Regenerative Farming, Biodynamics and Climate Resiliency
Climate change, economic collapse, flooding & wide spread pollution, are all pointing to a need for an articulate and comprehensive alternative. Permaculture is an ecological design science for creating fruitful and abundant communities.

Permaculture addresses the major issues of our day with a whole systems approach. It is a worldwide movement that is helping to regenerate local ecologies and economies.

Topics Covered:
• History and Origins of Permaculture
• Sustainable Cities
• Natural Building
• Best Places To Live & Start Communities and Homesteads
• Climate Resilience
• Off Grid Energy
• Ecological Water Solutions
• Agroforestry Tropical to Temperate & Starting Nurseries
• Bio-intensive, Organic & Regenerative Farming

Presenters

Andrew Faust

One of the premier Permaculture teachers and designers in North America with over two decades of experience in the field. His passionate and mind expanding talks and curriculum have motivated teachers, students since his decade long career as a H.S. teacher at Upattina's, a open community... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

2:30pm EDT

✴️ Unlocking Your Creative Potential

Accessing and developing a healthy creative process is an essential skill for creators across all mediums (yogis, artists, writers, etc.). But insecurity, procrastination, and the challenges of modern life often get in the way of harnessing our potential. In this workshop hosted by Sawyer Hurwitz (Psychotronic Solutions) we'll explore the multifaceted nature of creative work, blending scientific insights with practical guidance to unlock your true creative capabilities.

Presenters

Psychotronic Solutions: Sawyer Hurwitz

Sawyer Hurwitz, better known as Psychotronic Solutions, is an augmented reality collage artist living out of Los Angeles, California. His work has shown in galleries and festivals around the world. Psychotronic Solution’s collages are intricate meditations on topics related to identity... Read More →

Saturday June 15, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

4:00pm EDT

✴️ Permaculture For Regional Planning

Join us for this inspiring overview of Permaculture applied at a regional scale. Permaculture design ethics of community planning.
Starting with a clear understanding of the mistakes and challenges inherent in our present economy – including petroleum dependence and extreme weather -- this presentation focuses on how to redirect our society and its infrastructure back into alignment with the earth’s natural cycles, one region at a time.

Ideal for everyone interested in organizing their community around ecological and conservation based design. This talk will provide participants with the vision and tools for coordinating and synthesizing efforts for improving regional ecologies and economies while insuring a high quality of life for future generations.

Presenters

Andrew Faust

Saturday June 15, 2024 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Jericho Room

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

11:30am EDT

✴️ Accepting Radical Truth

What does it mean to live your truth? And why is it sometimes difficult? In this workshop, we'll explore the evolutionary and environmental roots behind insecurity. As we uncover the toxic hegemonies that limit our self-expression, we'll also learn practical techniques to embody and communicate your authentic self.

Presenters

Psychotronic Solutions: Sawyer Hurwitz

Sunday June 16, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn

✴️ Community Event, Lecture/Talk

Curated Schedules For Beginners